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As Bhutan embarks on a transformative journey to develop the Gelephu Mindful City (GMC), it’s essential to recognize that this ambitious project is more than just an economic endeavour. Rooted in the principles of the Gross National Happiness (GNH), the city’s vision reflects a commitment to harmonious development that balances economic prosperity with cultural preservation and environmental stewardship. However, as …

Sangay Wangdi, an accomplished animator, clinched the Silver Khadhar at the 2024 Beskop Tshechu Film Festival in Bhutan for his evocative work, “Flicker.” Known for his ability to infuse simplicity with profound themes, Sangay’s animations resonate deeply with audiences, offering contemplative insights into the meaning of life. Motivated by this recognition, Sangay is driven to further explore the realms of …

DIRECTION: Karma JerryGenre: Family DramaDuration: 2 Hours 18 MinutesCast: Tshering Dorji, Tandin Bidha, Sonam Yeegha Palden “Aum Penjor” is a profoundly moving film that seamlessly blends beautiful storytelling, splendid acting, and timely social commentary. From start to finish, the movie captivates audiences with its emotional depth, tackling issues of identity, love, and acceptance with both sensitivity and grace. Produced under …

…𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑩𝒉𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒃𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝒕𝒐𝒙𝒊𝒄 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒎 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍-𝒃𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈 By Lhendup WangmoIn an era increasingly defined by digital connectivity, Bhutan’s youth are navigating a challenging online landscape, where the rise of social media platforms has brought a wave of cyberbullying, trolling, and harassment. Although social media offers opportunities for creativity and connection, it …

…𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔, 𝑩𝒊𝒈 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 By Kezang ChodenIn a move to empower local farmers and enhance Bhutan’s agricultural resilience, seventy farmers across the gewogs of Dophuchen, Tading, Norbugang, Yoeseltse, Sangngacholing, and Tendruk in Samtse Dzongkhag recently received mini tillers designed for ease of use, especially by women. This innovation, valued at Nu 66,375 each, represents a significant investment toward achieving food …

…𝑹𝒐𝒚𝒂𝒍 𝑩𝒉𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒏 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 270 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝑪𝑻𝑽 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝒀𝒆𝒂𝒓 By Kezang ChodenIn an era where safety and security are paramount, Bhutan is witnessing a transformative shift in its approach to surveillance. Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems are becoming a key instrument for safeguarding communities, helping law enforcement, and fostering a culture of proactive security. With a …

Bhutan is grappling with the darker consequences of increased digital connectivity as recent incidents highlight the harmful impact of online harassment. The tragic death of a 20-year-old TikTok influencer, reportedly driven by harsh online bullying after a personal dispute went viral, shows the devastating power of online cruelty. Another incident involving a 12-year-old boy, criticized online for his lack of …

By Namgay Pelzang (Peza)Freelance Writer, Perth, Western Australia As the white dragon bird landed on Australian soil carrying its historic Bhutan flag,10th October 2024 marked an unprecedented historic era!With copious affirmations, the hearts of the Bhutanese diaspora overflowed, filling the comments with joyful emojis and sacred prayer symbols.With plentiful accolades from the Senator for Western Australia, the parliamentary house was …

…𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝑩𝒉𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝑩𝒂𝒔𝒌𝒆𝒕𝒃𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏 𝑭𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒔, 𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒆 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝑩𝑭𝑩 𝑪𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒄 By Rinzin Norbu The Basketball Federation of Bhutan (BFB) hosted an inspiring Youth Basketball Clinic this weekend, aimed at fostering young talent and nurturing the next generation of basketball players. The two-day event brought together students aged 6 to 19, offering a unique opportunity to learn …

…𝑨𝒎𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒅𝒐𝒓’𝒔 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒕 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑼.𝑺.-𝑩𝒉𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒏 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝑻𝒊𝒆𝒔 By Nedup Dorji and Rinzin Norbu Eric Garcetti, the United States Ambassador to India, recently engaged with Bhutan’s young baseball and softball players, leaving an inspiring impression during his visit to the Bhutan Baseball & Softball Association (BBSA). The event, held on the grounds of Dechencholing Higher Secondary School with the support of …